What Makes Someone Ineligible for ARD?
A criminal conviction can do a lot of damage to your life. It gives you a record and takes away your freedom if you’re incarcerated. That’s why Pennsylvania created the Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD) program. Rather than risk a conviction,…
How to Invoke Your Right to Remain Silent & Get an Attorney
We have all seen the reading of a suspect’s Miranda rights on TV and maybe even in real life. The police remind us that we have certain rights, including: The right to remain silent, The right to consult with an…
Police Need a Warrant for a DUI Blood Test in Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has ruled that the police cannot draw your blood without your permission–even if you are unconscious–unless they have a warrant. There are only a few, emergency situations when the police may take blood without your consent….
Living with a DUI Suspension in Pittsburgh
A DUI conviction in Pennsylvania is not painless, mainly because even a first-time offender faces pretty heavy consequences, like possible jail time and having their license suspended. Fortunately, there are ways to live with a DUI suspension in Pittsburgh and…
Penalties for Driving Without a License in Pennsylvania
Our Lawyers Explain the Penalties for Driving Without a License in PA From leaving the house without your ID to losing your wallet, there are various ways to wind up behind the wheel without a license. If you are driving…
Arrested in a Pittsburgh Drug Bust? Here’s What to Expect
A federal grand jury recently indicted 26 people in a drug trafficking scheme in Western Pennsylvania. U.S. Attorney Scott Brady connected alleged members of the gang, ‘Shot Boyz’ to the scheme as well as a number of violent incidents in…
Charges for THC Vape Pen, Dabs & Wax in Pittsburgh
There are a number of ways to use marijuana. But unfortunately, there are also a lot of ways it can lead to criminal charges. Vaping, dabbing, and smoking marijuana is incredibly popular, increasingly easy to get for medical marijuana patients…
Can I Refuse to Sign a Traffic Ticket in Pennsylvania?
Everyone gets a little nervous when they’re pulled over for a traffic violation. This is a normal reaction even if you have done nothing wrong. Unfortunately, many people get especially anxious about dealing with the police even regarding simple traffic…
Can You Get a DUI in Pittsburgh for Sleeping in Your Car ?
Sometimes, when you leave a bar or party, you know you are too drunk to drive. You may be tempted to sleep in your car, thinking you are being responsible. But the police can still arrest you for a DUI…
What to Know about Preliminary Hearings in Pittsburgh?
Unrepresented parties often waive their preliminary hearing because they either think they are guilty and can’t defend against the charges, or that the preliminary hearing is a waste of time. However, this is often the wrong approach. Don’t take unnecessary…
